I’m Sally aka The Yorkshire Sewist and today I’m showing you my Autumn and Winter Pattern Picks. There are a lot of lovely colours coming out for this season and I’ve paired up some fabrics and patterns that may tempt you. First up is the fantastic free pattern The Plantain T-shirt from Deer and Doe. …
Where does your love of creating come from? I think it certainly comes from my family. My father was a painter and worked with wood, my mother was a dressmaker, embroiderer and exceptional knitter, in her spare time. I have pieces made by my grandfather too, who was also a talented woodworker, and an …
Getting started in the craft arena I hear a lot that people would like to start crafting. They see things that people make and think “I would like to be more creative”, but sadly don’t think they are able or even know where to start. My tip is to find a local craft course …
Give a lacklustre table a new lease of life using decoupage. This technique requires minimum supplies and spend yet affords beautiful results – prepare to get addicted! You can decoupage any wooden item, so feel free to apply this tutorial to that tired looking standard lamp or junk shop jewellery box find. You will need: …
If you love to cook and bake with the kids why not make them an apron of their own? A cheap and easy project that you’ll complete in less than half an hour… You will need A tea towel (cotton or linen is best) 2 meters of ribbon Needle and thread / Sewing machine Sewing …
Make gorgeous pots with air drying clay and your own fair hands. You will need Air Drying Clay Clay Modelling Tools (Biros, Knitting needles and forks make good alternatives) //Step 1// Ball Beginnings Break off a lump of clay from your block and roll into a ball. The amount of clay you take will …
We asked Terri Highnett – part of the Creative Craft team at ICHF for her top tips! Hi Terri! How would you recommend someone should be ready to visit a craft show? Preparation is key! You need to make sure you plan your day – so you don’t miss any demos, workshops or …
Hi Jenniffer! We first discovered you with your 2017 book – Girl with a Sewing Machine – we loved it! It’s a great practical guide and tells your story along the way.. Thank you! It’s my no fuss guide to making and adapting your own clothes, and gives an insight into my sewing journey with …
Make a statement with a handcrafted button bouquet, perfect for brides and bridesmaids or simply on display at home. You will need: Dry foam oasis bouquet Buttons in a colour(s) of your choice …